Orlando Magic turned a six‑point halftime hole into a nine‑point lead, defeating Miami Heat 93‑88 on July 13, 2026, thanks to a blistering 66.7% third‑quarter shooting display.
How did the Magic secure the victory?
The Magic’s offense clicked early in the third period, outscoring the Heat 33‑18 to seize a 79‑70 advantage. Jase Richardson poured in 15 points while hitting three triples, grabbing five boards and dishing six assists. Lester Quinones added another 15 with two threes, and Colin Castleton dominated the glass with eight rebounds and a point.
Noah Penda, the No. 32 pick from the 2025 draft, contributed 12 points, seven rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks, reinforcing Orlando’s interior presence. The bench erupted, posting a 32‑8 scoring edge that proved decisive when the starters tired.
What sparked the third‑quarter surge?
Miami entered the break ahead 52‑46, fueled by backcourt firepower: Jahmir Young delivered 19 points on three triples and Trevor Keels added 15 with three threes. Yet Orlando’s defensive adjustments forced turnovers and limited the Heat’s perimeter rhythm. The Magic’s field‑goal efficiency spiked to 66.7%, turning missed shots into fast‑break points and feeding the bench’s hot hand.
Who shone for the Heat?
Tre White posted a versatile 13‑point line, hitting three threes, pulling down five rebounds, and adding four assists, steals and a block. Keels exploded for a game‑high 32 points, shooting 12‑for‑19 and drilling six triples. Young wasn’t far behind with 27 points, six assists and three steals, but the Heat’s late‑quarter defense couldn’t halt Orlando’s momentum.
What does this mean for Orlando’s summer league run?
The win lifts the Magic to 1‑1, setting up a Sunday clash with the Portland Trail Blazers at 7 ET on ESPNU. Despite the triumph, the club’s recent form remains shaky—Los 5 straight losses, the most recent a 116‑94 defeat to the Detroit Pistons on May 3, 2026. The Summer League offers a chance to reverse that trend and evaluate young talent ahead of the regular season.
What’s next for the Heat?
Miami also sits at 1‑1 and heads to Cleveland to face the Cavaliers on Monday at 8 ET on Prime. Keels’ 32‑point outburst and Young’s 27 will be key as the Heat look to bounce back from the third‑quarter dip.
The Magic’s balanced scoring, bench firepower, and defensive tweaks in the second half suggest they can translate Summer League success into a more competitive regular‑season outlook.